Which Is Not True of an Outlier

question 124

Multiple Choice

Which is not true of an outlier?

• A) It is likely to be from a different population.
• B) It is suggestive of an error in recording the data.
• C) It is best discarded to get a better mean.
• D) It is an anomaly that may tell the researcher something.

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Definitions:

Inequality

A mathematical statement indicating that two expressions are not equal, using symbols such as >, <, ≥, or ≤.

Solution

The result of solving a problem or equation, providing a value or set of values that satisfy the conditions expressed.

Inequality

A mathematical statement that indicates one quantity is larger or smaller than another, not equal.

Solve

To find an answer or solution to a problem, equation, or puzzle.